Una Candida Cerva Sopra L' Erba
The poem describes a serene and idyllic scene where a gentle doe grazes on the grass, surrounded by nature's beauty. The speaker expresses admiration for the doe's tranquility and innocence, which serves as a contrast to the turmoil and suffering of human life. Through this vivid depiction, the poet reflects on the fleeting nature of human existence and the longing for a peaceful and carefree state.
By Francesco Petrarca · First published 1343 · Genre: Lyric Poetry, Allegorical Poetry, Romanticism · 439 words
First lines
THE VISION OF THE FAWN.
Beneath a laurel, two fair streams between, At early sunrise of the opening year, A milk-white fawn upon the meadow green, Of gold its either horn, I saw appear; So mild, yet so majestic, was its mien, I left, to follow, all my labours here, As miners after treasure, in the keen Desire of new, forget the old to fear. "Let none impede" -- so, round its fair neck, run The words in diamond and topaz writ -- "My lord to give me liberty sees fit. " And now the sun his noontide height had won When I, with weary though unsated view, Fell in the stream -- and so my vision flew.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Francesco Petrarca
- Date: 1343 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Lyric Poetry, Allegorical Poetry, Romanticism, Pastoral Poetry, Visionary Poetry
- Length: 439 words
- Structure: 1 section, 8 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Lyric Poetry — The work is characterized by its emotional expression and personal reflection, typical of lyric poetry.
- Allegorical Poetry — The fawn symbolizes deeper themes of desire and freedom, aligning with allegorical elements.
- Romanticism — The themes of nature, beauty, and emotional depth reflect the ideals of Romanticism.
- Pastoral Poetry — The setting in a natural landscape and the focus on rural life are hallmarks of pastoral poetry.
Tags
Italian Literature · Renaissance Poetry · Love Poem · Nature Imagery · Allegory · Symbolism · Medieval Influences · Courtly Love · Lyrical Style · Sonnet Structure · Petrarchan Sonnet · 14th Century Literature
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